E ClassPad 330 ClassPad OS Version 3.06 Hardware User’s Guide CASIO Education website URL http://edu.casio.com ClassPad website URL http://edu.casio.com/products/classpad/ ClassPad register URL http://edu.casio.
GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF THE UNIT IN THE U.S.A. (not applicable to other areas). NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
1 Contents Contents Chapter 1 Getting Ready 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-8 Unpacking ............................................................................................. 1-1-1 Attaching and Removing the Front Cover ......................................... 1-2-1 Using the Stylus ................................................................................... 1-3-1 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad ............................ 1-4-1 User Registration .............................
Chapter Getting Ready This section contains important information you need to know before using the ClassPad for the first time.
1-1-1 Unpacking 1-1 Unpacking When unpacking your ClassPad, check to make sure that all of the items shown here are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer immediately. ClassPad CD-ROM Front Cover (Attached to ClassPad.) Stylus (Inserted in ClassPad.) 3-pin Cable (SB-62) USB Cable Touch Screen Protector Four AAA-size Batteries LR03 (AM4) Quick Start Guide Keyboard ON/OFF Clear = ( ) , (–) x 7 4 1 0 y z 8 5 2 .
1-2-1 Attaching and Removing the Front Cover 1-2 Attaching and Removing the Front Cover u To remove the front cover Before using the ClassPad, remove the front cover and attach it to the back. u To attach the front cover When you are not using the ClassPad, attach the front cover to the front. Important! • Always attach the front cover to the ClassPad whenever you are not using it. Otherwise, accidental operation of the touch screen or the o key can cause the power to turn on and run down the batteries.
1-3-1 Using the Stylus 1-3 Using the Stylus Slide the stylus from the slot provided for it on the ClassPad, and then use it to perform touch panel operations. Important! • Be careful so that you do not misplace or lose the stylus. When you are not using it, always keep the stylus in the slot provided for it on the ClassPad. • Be careful so that you do not damage the tip of the stylus. A damaged tip can scratch or otherwise damage the ClassPad touch panel.
1-4-1 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad 1-4 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad Precautions: Incorrectly using batteries can cause them to burst or leak, possibly damaging the interior of the ClassPad. Note the following precautions: • Be sure that the positive (+) and negative (–) poles of each battery are facing in the proper directions. • Never mix batteries of different types. • Never mix old batteries and new ones. • Never leave dead batteries in the battery compartment.
1-4-2 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad (3) Replace the battery cover, making sure that its tabs enter the holes marked 2 and turn the ClassPad front side up. (4) Remove the front cover from the ClassPad. (5) Align the touch panel. a. Your ClassPad should turn on automatically and display the Touch Panel Alignment screen. b. Tap the center of each of the four cross marks as they appear on the display.
1-4-3 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad (6) Adjust the display contrast. a. Tap the button to make contrast darker, or the button to make it lighter. b. After the contrast setting is the way you want, tap [Set]. • Tapping [Initial] on the Contrast dialog box returns contrast to its initial factory default setting. (7) Specify the display language. a. On the list that appears, tap the language you want to use. • You can select German, English, Spanish, French, or Portuguese. b.
1-4-4 Replacing Batteries and Setting Up the ClassPad (9) Specify the font set. a. On the list that appears, tap the font set you want to use. • You can select Regular or Bolder. b. When the font set you want is selected, tap [Set]. • Tapping [Cancel] selects Bolder and advances to the next dialog box. (10) Configure power properties. a. Configure the Power Save Mode and Auto Power Off settings. • See “Power Saving Mode” and “Auto Power Off” for details about these settings. b.
1-5-1 User Registration 1-5 User Registration Before using your ClassPad or OH-ClassPad, be sure to read the contents of the file named Readme.html, which is on the bundled CD-ROM. There you will find the URL for a Website where you can register as an official user. http://edu.casio.
1-6-1 Handling Precautions 1-6 Handling Precautions • Your ClassPad is made of precision components. Never try to take it apart. • Avoid dropping your ClassPad and subjecting it to strong impact. • Do not store the ClassPad or leave it in areas exposed to high temperatures or humidity, or large amounts of dust. When exposed to low temperatures, the ClassPad may require more time to display results and may even fail to operate.
1-6-2 Handling Precautions Be sure to keep physical records of all important data! Low battery power or incorrect replacement of the batteries that power the ClassPad can cause the data stored in memory to be corrupted or even lost entirely. Stored data can also be affected by strong electrostatic charge or strong impact. It is up to you to keep back up copies of data to protect against its loss.
1-7-1 Adjusting Display Contrast 1-7 Adjusting Display Contrast Use the following procedure to display the Contrast dialog box and adjust display contrast. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application. (2) Tap Z to display the Contrast dialog box. (3) Adjust display contrast. To do this: Tap this button: Make the display lighter Make the display darker Return contrast to its initial factory default setting • Tapping and holding release the button.
1-8-1 Configuring Power Properties 1-8 Configuring Power Properties Use the Power Properties dialog box to configure the power saving mode and auto power off (APO) settings. Power Saving Mode Your ClassPad has a “resume” feature that remembers its status when you turn it off, and restores the same status the next time you turn the ClassPad back on. Resume feature operation requires power to operate, which means that some power continues to be consumed even while the ClassPad is turned off.
1-8-2 Configuring Power Properties Configuring Power Properties u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application. (2) Tap X to display the Power Properties dialog box. (3) Configure the Power Save Mode and Auto Power Off settings. • See “Power Saving Mode” and “Auto Power Off” for details about these settings.
1-9-1 Optimizing “Flash ROM” 1-9 Optimizing “Flash ROM” Use the following procedure to perform a “garbage collection” operation that optimizes Flash ROM. Optimizing Flash ROM increases the amount of memory available for storage. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application. (2) Tap <. • This displays a confirmation asking if you really want to optimize Flash ROM. (3) Tap [Yes] to optimize Flash ROM, or [No] to cancel.
1-10-1 Specifying the Ending Screen Image 1-10 Specifying the Ending Screen Image Whenever you press the o key to turn off the ClassPad unit, it copies any data currently in RAM to Flash ROM, and then turns off power. The ending screen is what appears on the display while the RAM data save operation is being performed, until power is actually turned off. You can specify the image data you want to appear as the ending screen. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y.
1-11-1 Adjusting Touch Panel Alignment 1-11 Adjusting Touch Panel Alignment You should adjust touch panel alignment whenever you find that the wrong operation or no operation is performed when you tap the ClassPad screen. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap Y. • This starts up the System application. (2) Tap M to display the touch panel alignment screen. • To see this icon, you must first tap the right arrow button on the toolbar to scroll.
Chapter Performing Data Communication You can use the SB-62 data communication cable to connect your ClassPad to another ClassPad unit or to a CASIO Data Analyzer, and transfer data between them. To transfer data between a ClassPad and a personal computer, you need to use the special USB cable that comes with ClassPad. This chapter explains how to perform data communication operations and exchange data.
2-1-1 Data Communication Overview 2-1 Data Communication Overview This section provides an overview of the types of connections that are possible, and the data that can be transferred over each connection. It also tells you how to use the Communication application to transfer data. Important! • Never press the P button on the back of the ClassPad while a data communication operation is in progress. Doing so can damage memory, resulting in loss of all memory contents and malfunction of your ClassPad.
2-1-2 Data Communication Overview k Connecting a ClassPad to a Computer You can perform the following operations when connected to a computer. • Transfer variable data and eActivity data between the ClassPad and a computer • Install add-in applications, language data, and operating system upgrades onto your ClassPad from the computer • Transfer ClassPad display image data to the computer • For information about variables, see “1-7 Variables and Folders” in the separate Software User’s Guide.
2-1-3 Data Communication Overview u How to Transfer Data Use the “Send38k” and “Receive38k” program commands to transfer data. For details, see “Chapter 12 – Using the Program Application” in the separate Software User’s Guide, and the user documentation that comes with the Data Analyzer. Using the ClassPad Communication Application To perform a data transfer operation, tap B on the application menu to start up the Communication application.
2-2-1 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device 2-2 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device This section provides detailed explanations about how to connect the ClassPad to another ClassPad unit, to a computer, and to a CASIO Data Analyzer. Connecting to Another ClassPad Unit Use the procedure below to connect two ClassPad units. k Required Hardware ClassPad: 2 units Special SB-62 Cable: 1 u ClassPad Operation (1) Turn both units off.
2-2-2 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device Connecting to an EA-200 Data Analyzer You can use the CASIO Data Analyzer to sample and collect data on various everyday natural phenomena. You can also connect the Data Analyzer to your ClassPad, and control Data Analyzer operation from your ClassPad. You can transfer setup information from the ClassPad to the Data Analyzer, trigger sampling from the ClassPad, and graph sample results on your ClassPad.
2-2-3 Connecting the ClassPad to Another Device Connecting to a Computer (USB) By running FA-CP1 software that comes with ClassPad on your computer, you can transfer ClassPad data to your computer. See the FA-CP1 User’s Guide for information about how to use it. • For information about FA-CP1 minimum computer system requirements, see the FA-CP1 User’s Guide.
2-3-1 Configuring Communication Parameters 2-3 Configuring Communication Parameters Before trying to transfer data with the ClassPad, you should perform the procedures described in this section to configure its data communication parameters. u ClassPad Operation (1) On the application menu, tap B. • This starts the Communication application and displays a window that shows its current communication parameter settings. (2) Tap [Setup] and then [Open Setup Menu].
2-3-2 Configuring Communication Parameters u Speed (3Pin) To specify this data rate for 3-pin communication: 9600 bps 38400 bps 115200 bps Select this setting: 9600 bps 38400 bps 115200 bps* The above setting specifies the data rate when connected to another ClassPad, or a Data Analyzer. Note that you must set the data rate (baud rate) for both the ClassPad and the connected device so they are identical.
2-3-3 Configuring Communication Parameters k When connected to a computer’s USB port Wakeup activates as soon as you connect the cable to the ClassPad, and the ClassPad automatically performs the following steps. (1) If the ClassPad is off when the cable is connected, it turns on. (2) The currently running application is exited, and the Communication application starts up. • If the Communication application is already running at this time, it restarts. (3) The ClassPad enters communication standby.
2-4-1 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit 2-4 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit This section details the steps you should perform in order to transfer data from one ClassPad unit to another. u ClassPad Operation (1) Use the procedure under “Connecting to Another ClassPad Unit” on page 2-2-1 to connect the two units. (2) Use the procedure under “2-3 Configuring Communication Parameters” to configure the parameters of the two units as shown below.
2-4-2 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Sender (6) In response to the confirmation message that appears, tap [OK] to send the data or [Cancel] to cancel the send operation. • Sender Tapping [OK] sends the data you selected in step (4). • Receiver If the receiving device has wakeup enabled, it automatically starts receiving the data. Sender (7) The message “Complete!” appears to let you know when the send operation is finished. Tap [OK]. • This returns to the Select Data dialog box.
2-4-3 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Selecting Data for Transfer Perform the following steps on the sending device to select the data you want to send in step (3) of the procedure on page 2-4-1. u ClassPad Operation (1) In the Communication application, tap [Link] and then [Transmit], or tap E to display the Select Data dialog box. • A list that shows user folders and the “main” folder appears first.
2-4-4 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Data Folder List Tap “Presystm” to highlight it, and then tap it again. This lists the variables contained in the “Presystm” folder. eActivity Folder List Tap “e-Act2”. This lists the data contained in the “e-Act2” folder. • To return to the folder list from a list of folder contents, tap I in the lower left corner of the window.
2-4-5 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Sending a Screenshot of the Current Display Contents Use the following procedure to send the current display contents of your ClassPad to another ClassPad unit. Important! Screenshot transfer is disabled when either of the following conditions exists.
2-4-6 Transferring Data to Another ClassPad Unit Communication Standby The ClassPad enters “communication standby” when you perform a send or receive operation. While in communication standby, the ClassPad waits for the other unit to send data, or for it to get ready to receive data. The following describes how communication standby affects certain ClassPad operations. • Auto Power Off (Getting Ready — 1-8 Configuring Power Properties) becomes disabled. • ClassPad power cannot be turned off.
α Appendix 1 Resetting and Initializing the ClassPad 2 Deleting an Application 3 Power Supply 4 Number of Digits and Precision 5 Specifications 20110401
α -1-1 Resetting and Initializing the ClassPad 1 Resetting and Initializing the ClassPad The memory of your ClassPad is divided into three parts: main memory, a storage area for storing data, and a RAM area for executing various calculations and operations. Reset and initialize restore normal ClassPad operation after some problem occurs. RAM Reset Perform RAM reset when the ClassPad freezes up or otherwise fails to perform as expected for some reason.
α -1-2 Resetting and Initializing the ClassPad k Performing the RAM Reset Operation You should perform the RAM reset operation whenever your ClassPad freezes up or when it begins to operate abnormally for some reason. The RAM reset operation should restore normal ClassPad operation. Important! • The RAM reset operation deletes all data that is temporarily stored in ClassPad RAM.
α -2-1 Deleting an Application 2 Deleting an Application You can delete an add-in application by deleting it from the application menu or by using the [Add-In App.] Memory Usage sheet of the System application as described in Chapter 16 in the separate Software User’s Guide. The following procedure shows how to delete an add-in application from the application menu only. For information about using the System application’s [Add-In App.] tab, see Chapter 16 in the separate Software User’s Guide.
α -3-1 Power Supply 3 Power Supply Your ClassPad is powered by four AAA-size batteries LR03 (AM4). The battery level indicator is displayed in the status bar. ........................ full ........................ medium ........................ low Important! • Be sure to replace batteries as soon as possible whenever the battery level indicator shows (medium). • Replace batteries immediately whenever the battery level indicator shows (low).
α -4-1 Number of Digits and Precision 4 Number of Digits and Precision k Number of Digits Standard Mode The following applies when the check box next to the “Decimal Calculation” item on the Basic Format dialog box is not selected. • Up to 611 digits are stored in memory for integer values. • Decimal values up to 15 digits are converted to fraction format and saved in memory. When a mathematical expression cannot be converted to fraction format, the result is displayed in decimal format.
α -5-1 Specifications 5 Specifications Calculation range: ±1 × 10–999 to ±9.999999999 × 10999 and 0. Internal operations use 15-digit mantissa. Exponential display range: Normal 1: 10–2 > |x|, |x| > 1010 Normal 2: 10–9 > |x|, |x| > 1010 Program capacity: 515000 bytes (max.) Power supply: Four AAA-size batteries LR03 (AM4) Power consumption: 0.
α -5-2 Specifications Data Communication Port: 3-pin data communication port 4-pin mini USB port • For information about FA-CP1 minimum computer system requirements, see the FA-CP1 User’s Guide.
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